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LAND SAILING & TOP GUN EXPERIENCE
Two interesting excursions in Las Vegas for your next event: Land Sailing & Machine Gun
You enjoyed the film now experience flying a jet and being filmed - Top Gun - Las Vegas
NEW EXCITING IDEAS IN MALTA
EC Meetings has come up with the following activities in Malta:-
Option 1: The Fight for Survival!
Option 2: Country Pursuits
Option 3: Full day Catamaran and swimming with Magnificent Animals
Option 4: The Malta Water 360
For more infomration please view the following link:- Malta Activities
ST. LUCIA NAMED BEST CARIBBEAN ISLAND
Porthole Cruise Magazine, the leading North American consumer magazine in the field, has named Saint Lucia the Best Caribbean Island for 2010.
In the magazine’s Editor-In-Chief’s 2010 Awards, Saint Lucia received the number one selection, while Soufrière’s Jade Mountain was named the Best Caribbean Resort.
“With its dramatic scenery, rich history and vibrant culture, Saint Lucia truly is a Caribbean gem,” said Bill Panoff, publisher and editor-in-chief of the Fort Lauderdale-based magazine. “You can never forget your first sight of Saint Lucia’s majestic Pitons rising from the sea. With its many attributes, Saint Lucia is poised to develop even more as a major cruise destination in the eastern Caribbean.”
Senator Allen Chastanet, Saint Lucia’s Minister of Tourism and Civil Aviation, said “this recognition tells us we are moving in the right direction. We have made strong progress in improving our cruise tourism product, and continue to work towards ensuring our visitors have the best experience.”
Congratulating Jade Mountain for chalking up yet another accolade that puts Saint Lucia on the map, Senator Chastanet added: “We have set a goal to become a marquee tourism destination in the Caribbean, and these world class recognitions confirm that we are right on track.”
From cover to cover, Porthole Cruise Magazine features expertly written, sophisticated cruise and travel editorial for savvy consumers worldwide. Seasoned travel writers feature stories, opinions, tips, and insights into the places they go and adventures they experience. Writers and columnists cover everything from the latest trends in cruise travel to ship reviews, cuisine, popular culture and entertainment, luxury travel tips, and humour. The Saint Lucia accolades appear in the magazine’s February 2010 edition, which is currently available on newsstands across North America.
Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Porthole Cruise Magazine
NEW ATHENS VENUE IEROFANTIS
CONCEPTOURS is excited to announce that a new sensational Athens
venue will be ready to receive clients as from June 2010. The venue
“IEROFANTIS” is ideally located a short 15-minute drive from just about
any city hotel.
FIVE FABULOUS WALKS IN ST.LUCIA
**** A fascinating expedition that offers memorable outdoor experiences****
Barefoot Incentives St. Lucia, the leading Adventure Specialist on the island, offers an array of exciting activities ranging from classic walks along countryside farms or through lush green forests to exhilarating zip lining.
Barefoot Incentives St. Lucia recently announced its “Five Fabulous Walks” package tour – a seven-day package of fun that offers a unique chance to discover St. Lucia, an island of unsurpassed natural beauty.
This package offers an opportunity to explore the historical gems of the capital city and Pigeon Island where the history of St. Lucia unravels before you. Experience the great joy of birding along rustic trails spotting a great variety of endemic species and tropical birds. Walk through the quaint fishing villages with a tranquil atmosphere and discover the rural charm of the countryside – the historical churches, country gardens, lush flora and traditions of centuries ago.
Journey through cultural and heritage sites and explore the timeless traditions as we traverse through the villages. Enjoy the sounds of a local “chak-chak” band, see the local people prepare indigenous foods, in which you interact with them and learn more about them. For those yearning to experience St. Lucia’s rustic authenticity preserved in these villages, this is certainly a tour for you.
This refreshing package is non-inclusive of hotel accommodation, however, arrangements can be made for you at beautiful luxury boutique hotels or inviting intimate inns.
ST. LUCIA BIRD WATCHING PROGRAMME
Barefoot Incentives has launched its new Birdwatching Program.
“Explore the enchanting attractions Of St. Lucia while marveling at diverse bird species”
Bird Watcher’s Delight is a refreshing package that offers an opportunity to experience the joy of birding along varied trails and habitats spotting a great variety of endemic, migrant and exotic birds.
On this journey, trek through untouched and unspoiled rainforests to catch a glimpse of endemic species like the St. Lucian Oriole, St. Lucian Warbler, The St. Lucian Pewee and the island’s indigenous and endangered parrot, the Amazona Versicolor in their natural habitat.
The program offers an opportunity to explore the fascinating wetlands of St. Lucia, habitat to a multitude of exotic and exceptional birds including the Great Blue Heron, Red-billed Grebe and the regional endemic - the Broad-winged Sandpiper. Glide over the tree tops above the rainforest canopy in the comfort of an open-air gondola and catch a glimpse of the countless blooming flowers and unique bird species from above.
This bird watching program was designed with the careful advice of a local birding consultant and all tours are accompanied by a knowledgeable birding specialist. Whether you are a novice, hobbyist or a hardcore birding enthusiast, Barefoot Holidays is happy to have you join us on our Bird Watcher’s Delight package tour or on another customized birding adventure. Arrangements for five-star, four-star or three-star accommodation can be made upon request.
OUR AUSTRALIAN DMC TOUR HOSTS REBRANDS TO ARINEX PTY LIMITED
Tour Hosts have merged with The Meeting Planners to create a new identity – Arinex Pty Limited.
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THE BULGARIA MAGIC FIRE DANCE
For more information on the Fire Dancing Live Performance in Bulgaria, please view the following link:-
Fire Dancing
NEW REGIONAL FLIGHTS FOR MSC CRUISES
MSC Cruises will launch regional flights to serve Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh airports between April and September 2010.
The flights have been launched to serve the growing popularity of cruising in the UK.
They will be serviced by Monarch Airlines, Thomas Cook, Flybe and Jet2 and will coincide with Mediterranean departures from Barcelona, Venice and Mallorca.
They are priced at £249 for a return journey and include transfers to and from the port.
“As a result of the 50% growth in sales activity between 2008 and 2009 and continued predicted year-on-year growth in the UK, MSC Cruises has expanded its service offering with a range of regional flights,” said MSC managing director Giulio Libutti.
“These flights will ultimately open up MSC fly/cruise holidays to a wider UK audience.”
MAMMA MIA IN GREECE
CONCEPTOURS is proud to present a NEW Theme Party in Greece, please view via the following link
Mamma Mia
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NEW PROPERTIES FEATURED IN ST. LUCIA!!
The island of St. Lucia will see the development of new properties in the years to come. We at Barefoot Incentives are pleased to announce the development of new properties which have recently made St. Lucia their home.
We are truly proud of our Simply Beautiful Island - St. Lucia and we are delighted to share those new developments with you.
JADE MOUNTAIN
Recently opened and located high on Morne Chastanet, overlooking the Pitons and Caribbean Sea, JADE MOUNTAIN is a resort within a resort at ANSE CHASTANET. Expect grand sweeping accommodations beyond the imagination, with sleeping and living areas, and an extravagantly sized infinity pools in each suite flowing into one another to form an amazing floating platform with the 4th wall missing entirely. The result being a stage-like setting from which to embrace the full glory of St. Lucia's twin Pitons and the shimmering Caribbean Sea - a view one is not likely to ever forget.
THE LANDINGS
Situated on spectacular Rodney Bay, near the northern tip of St. Lucia, this 231 room hotel offers the ideal spot for an unforgettable, luxury island getaway. In fact, many believe that the resort is located on one of the best beaches in St. Lucia. The Landings has been designed to make expert use of Rodney Bay’s natural harbour. Each accommodation unit features breathtaking views of the idyllic beach. The westward-facing beach provides a wonderful spot for floating on the calm waters of the bay. The beachside restaurant and bar offers the perfect setting from which to view the dazzling Caribbean sunsets while the beautifully landscaped paths and harbourside promenades allows one to enjoy lovely views throughout the resort.
THE WESTIN
The Westin Le Paradis St. Lucia Beach & Golf Resort encompasses nearly 600 acres and more than one mile of coastline.
From the 'Westin Heavenly Bed' to the 'Westin Heavenly Bath', each of the luxurious guest rooms and suites will feature all the comforts for which Westin has become known.
Enjoy all of the amenities you would expect from a Caribbean resort paradise, from a breathtaking Greg Norman designed 18-hole golf course to a world-class spa, pristine beaches and fitness centre.
THE RITZ CARLTON - A stunning Oasis
The undeveloped south tip of St. Lucia will soon be home to the five star Ritz Carlton Resort. This resort will be created to please the most refined travellers and will include a world-class spa, tennis, championship golf course, water sports and numerous dining options. Additional information will be forthcoming.
RAFFLES RESORT ST. LUCIA (Opening 2010)
The announcement of the construction of a Raffles Resort has the island’s tourism personnel buzzing with excitement. The resort will spread over 360 acres marked by sweeping ocean views, dramatic cliffs and secluded beaches. Within this magical backdrop is a stunning 200-room resort and exquisite dining options, five pools and a 10,000 square foot Raffles Amrita Spa. The golf experience at Raffles St Lucia will be any golfer's dream. A Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course will feature as many as seven holes along the dramatic coastline of St Lucia, with stunning views of the Caribbean from most of the golf course. Complementing the golf course will be a clubhouse and pro-shop, as well as tennis courts and three beach clubs to offer other sporting options.
CAP MAISON
One of St. Lucia’s newest exclusive hotels opening in 2008 promises to be one of the island’s leading small but niche luxury resorts.
The property is designed to offer discerning travellers a choice of 50 fabulous oversized rooms and villa suites with an exceptional al fresco design – a totally new approach to 5-star West Indian hotel living.
Cap Maison is perfectly located atop an ocean bluff with breathtaking views to Historical Pigeon Island, the French island of Martinique and the beautiful Smugglers Cove below.
Cap Maison promises to deliver attention to detail with comfort throughout, Designer furnishings, In-suite unobtrusive contemporary technology, Excellent personal service and Villa-style living.
WELCOME TO SWEDEN & STOCKHOLM - RISBECKER INTERNATIONAL
What makes Stockholm the Capital of Scandinavia? The following:
The BNP of Sweden overtakes that of our neighbouring countries by about 40% - hence why two thirds of all Fortune 100 companies have chosen Stockholm as the site for their head offices for Scandinavia and/or Balticum. Many of them also act as Regional offices for Northern Europe and the main business activities of the region take place in Stockholm.
Nowhere else will you find such a high concentration of museums (70) and galleries (over 100) as in Stockholm.
Out of curiosity we should also mention that not only is a "Nobel Prize of Music" (i.e. the Polar Prize) handed out annually in Stockholm, but the third most important music production in the world comes from Sweden and most of it is produced in Stockholm (the hometown of ABBA!) by names like The Cardigans, The Hives, Roxette and many others.
From a geographical aspect Stockholm is right in the centre of the Nordic region, with easy access to cities such as Helsinki, Tallinn, Riga, Vilnius, Oslo, Copenhagen and Reykjavik.
You eat extremely well in Stockholm - we have more restaurants per capita than Paris and New York. This puts us in a unique Scandinavian position.
Flying in to the Stockholm region offers several airport opportunities. Apart from Stockholm-Arlanda (international) Stockholm-Bromma (domestic) there are also two airports at Nyköping-Skavsta and Västerås, frequented foremost by Ryanair.
Cruise ships are using Stockholm as a turn-around point more and more and here we are offering our services of course. Likewise, on the island of Gotland in the Baltic Sea, where the City of Roses VISBY attracts many visitors. The island is perfect for bicycle tours and horse riding. The world's largest horse can be found here - you need a ladder to mount it….
No wonder Stockholm ranks among the top venues of congresses in the world. And here we give your clients that additional touch to a traditional congress programme, which will help the participants remember your company in particular. Why not ask us for suggestions - it could be for transfers, dinners, entertainment, gifts etc...